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As Lawton Public Schools (LPS) transitions from the spring semester into summer, one thing will remain in place to ensure students receive the nutrients they need to be strong and healthy: the LPS Meal Program.
The LPS Summer Meal Program will run similarly to how meal deliveries have functioned since Spring Break. Students will receive two meals a day—a...
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PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 19, 2020
Learning Virtual Academy expands services and accepting applications
Lawton, OK: Lawton Virtual Academy (LVA) is accepting applications for the 2020-2021 school year. The Academy is expanding their enrollment to serve grades 6-12 for the new school year. LVA is a program of Lawton Public Schools established in...
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LPS Family: Here is the list of dates and times that schools have set for a curbside pick up of student belongings. During this time, we ask that all library and classroom textbooks are returned. In addition, students are to bring any school instrument or athletic items back.
Pick-up of medication will also take place during distribution.
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Lawton Public Schools is hosting the first ever "Virtual" Career Fair on May 12, 2020. Interested applicants can sign up now via the Google Registration: https://tinyurl.com/y9d4fbct. Be sure to check out our current job openings as well on Applicant Portal.Download flyer
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Lawton Public Schools’ educators would like to celebrate all of the students who are participating in the LPS Distance Learning Program. Over 92% of our students are communicating with teachers and completing assignments either on-line or through learning packets. As a result, students are staying connected and continuing to learn. We would like to thank all...
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Need help accessing your student's Google Classroom. Here's a few short "How to" videos for parents, they show them how to log into google, or access work in google classroom or how to get into a meets session with their teacher.Accessing Work in Google Classroom - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tBWg-3gjXWw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qE2eAPpoE50
LPS...
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LPS Family:Distance Learning will begin Monday, April 6 until May 7, 2020. We appreciate your partnership as we work to provide continued educational opportunities for our students. Below you will find the various ways to access your student's grade level packet. Your classroom teacher is available for additional support and guidance via email. We are grateful for...
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April 3, 2020
LPS Families:
Monday, April 6th, LPS will begin Distance Learning. Several of our teachers will be using Google Classroom for your child to receive assignments. For students with online connectivity, there is no need to pick up a hard copy paper packet.
ELEMENTARY FAMILIES:
If you have a 3rd-5th grade student who does not have online...
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Join us for our Lawton Public Schools Special Education meeting starting at Noon today. View the full agenda here:https://meeting.assemblemeetings.com/Public/Agenda/328?meeting=184990&fbclid=IwAR0Rhn3drt9udUsxBhl5jf_SVFxtT3CEZAQVtTqL1jRNti-fpc1estDhUzg
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LPS Family: Starting Monday, March 30th, OETA will adjust their programming schedule for OETA At-Home-Learning programs. If you are interested in learning more, visit OETA.tv/LearningAtHome.Download the schedule.
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March 25, 2020
LPS Family, Today, the Oklahoma State Board of Education approved State Superintendent Joy Hofmeister’s recommendation to waive the instructional day and year. Effective April 6, Oklahoma students will complete the...
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LPS Families & Community members: Tomorrow (3/23/20) from 11:30 - 12:30 pm our LPS Child Nutrition teams across the district will be passing out "Grab & Go" meals free for those 18 & under.
This is the first time we have ever had to do this. It is a brand new process for all. Please be patient and kind as we work to get meals distributed.
In addition parents,...
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LPS Families & Community members: Tomorrow (3/23/20) from 11:30 - 12:30 pm our LPS Child Nutrition teams across the district will be passing out "Grab & Go" meals free for those 18 & under.
This is the first time we have ever had to do this. It is a brand new process for all. Please be patient and kind as we work to get meals distributed.
In addition parents,...
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Good morning LPS Family: Please click the below link for the FAQ document regarding the Cessation of Operations pertaining to our district. We will continue to update it as we receive new information and guidance. Thank you. https://5il.co/dvxy
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March 12, 2020
LPS Family,
As our district continues to work and communicate with the Oklahoma State Department of Education, Comanche County Health Department, Fort Sill, and area school districts, I wanted to send out an update before we go on Spring Break.
Although we do not have any confirmed cases of COVID-19 in our community, we are taking...
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March 3, 2020
Dear LPS Family,
We have recently received several inquiries about the impact of the coronavirus on our school district. We continue to keep the health and well-being of our students and staff as our highest priority.
We are sharing the latest guidance from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) about the 2019 novel...
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Our district is full of amazing students and supportive,
encouraging staff members. To meet the needs of the district's diverse
community, LPS is widening its efforts to ensure that you have access to the
information you are looking for through whatever method of communication you
have available. Below, you will find a link that leads to a...
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I did my research prior to coming to Lawton Public Schools and was very impressed with all the wonderful things I read and saw about Lawton-Fort Sill. This is a phenomenal community to live, work and raise a family. I knew this would be a perfect place to begin my family’s next chapter.
Although I officially assume the responsibilities of superintendent on July 1,...
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Happy Fantastic Friday LPS Family!
The wait is over—pick up a copy of the February issue of the LPS Review.
In this issue, lay eyes upon an award-winning essay from the MLK Celebration, read about student’s experiences in the Mr. MHS assembly, learn about the exciting certification Freedom Elementary earned, and more!
Click the link to view:...
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Dear Educator, Parent, or Community Member,
The administration and the district Professional Development Committee are pleased to announce that Lawton Public Schools is again participating in the 2020-2021 Oklahoma State Department of Education Teacher of the Year Program. This program is designed to recognize exceptional classroom teaching at local, regional,...
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Lawton, OK: Lawton Public School 4th-8th grade students will compete in the 2020 Central Oklahoma Scripps Spelling Bee, sponsored by The Okahoman, from 1-3 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 29 at Central Middle School, 1201 NW Fort Sill Blvd.
Prior to this annual regional spelling bee, each elementary and middle school conducted an in-house spelling bee. The top two...
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NOMINATE YOUR TEACHER
The Red River Chevy Dealers Association recognizes the importance teachers have on America's young people and wishes to show their appreciation to outstanding teachers who have distinguished themselves in their local schools and communities.
Students, teachers, parents and administrators can submit a nomination form by clicking the...
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Lawton, OK – Lawton Public Schools Board of Education completed its search for the district’s new Superintendent at the December 9 meeting with a unanimous vote for Kevin Hime. Hime will assume his leadership duties beginning July 1, 2020.
“It was important to use the services of OSSBA for the superintendent search to ensure we had the most qualified...
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The Oklahoma School reports cards for the 2018-2019 school year have been released and are available now at https://oklaschools.com/district/292/.
Information on individual schools is available to the public, but specific student records will require a sign-in.
If you need help navigating the report card website, check out this video from Lawton Public Schools on...
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Military Parents and Guardians
There are two events that our Military Child Club would like to participate in, but would require their parents/guardians to attend as well.
1. Lawton Police Department’s Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, December 5, 2019 from 6 pm – 7 pm. Students are asked to bring a homemade ornament for the tree. The ceremony will take...
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Dear Parents and Community Members,
In 2016, Oklahoma began teaching more comprehensive standards directly tied to college career readiness. In order to meet the prerequisites for state and federal expectations/requirements, the Oklahoma School Testing Program (OSTP) began and continues to measure student growth regarding the Oklahoma Academic Standards in grades...
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Lawton Public Schools continues the search process for the next superintendent to replace Dr. Tom Deighan, who took the position as Duncan Superintendent this past July.
Currently serving as interim superintendent is Dr. Tom Thomas, who is the former Great Plains Technology Center superintendent.
LPS Board of Education members approved a proposal at the...
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Lawton Public School parents will have the ability to track their child’s bus in real-time starting this August. Board of Education members approved the purchase of the SafeStop App powered by Zonar in February 2019.
This downloadable app (SafeStop) is an additional feature that the LPS Transportation department added to enhance its services to both parents and...
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Lawton Public Schools Board of Education members approved the 2019-2020 school lunch prices at the July 18, 2019 meeting.The new price reflects a $.15 increase from the past two years. "We are still below the National average and lower than surrounding districts," said Steve Dyer, Director of Child Nutrition. "We try to hold the prices as low as possible."The...
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LPS Check-In Requirement: Due to the newly imposed state and federal guidelines regarding chronic absenteeism, LPS is taking steps to ensure all parents/guardians are fully informed about Oklahoma Statutes 70 O.S. 10-105 and 70 O.S. 10-106 commonly referred to as Compulsory School Attendance laws.
This year, all students (K-12) must be accompanied by a parent...
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Attendance at LPS Check-In is required for both *new and returning students in order to obtain a schedule or class assignment.
Documentation needed at Check-In:
-New and returning students:
Proof of residency in the form of 1 utility bill, under the guardian's name (water, gas, electric) or a purchase/lease agreement for recent moves.New students must have...
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Tonight at the June 3 Regular Board of Education meeting, the Board approved the following time changes for the 2019-2020 school year.
High School7:35 am - 2:25 pmMiddle School8:25 am - 3:10 pmElementary School9:10 am - 3:55 pm
New bus routes will be set and distributed on our LPS website and social media pages (Facebook and Twitter) at a later time.
For more...
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In Celebration of the Month of the Military ChildMilitary Parents and Guardiansare cordially invited to come and have lunchwith your student during their lunch periodWednesday, April 24, 20196th Grade 11:05 – 11:307th Grade 11:58 – 12:238th Grade 12:51 – 1:16You may bring a lunch to share or purchase a school lunch.Adult lunch price $3.75Please RSVP by April 23,...
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Tomlinson Middle School
In honor of Military Observances for March
March 3 – Navy Reserve Birthday
March 13 – K9 Veterans’ Day
March 5, Navy Seabee Day
March 29 – Vietnam Veterans’ Day
Military Parents and Guardians
are cordially invited to come and have lunch
with your student during their lunch period
Wednesday, March 27, 2019
6th Grade 11:05 –...
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TMS boys and girls tryouts will be held Oct. 22-29. Sixth grade tryouts are from 5:30-6:30 in the boys and girls gyms. Seventh and eighth grade tryouts are from 3:30-5:15 in the boys and girls gyms. In order to try out, students must be eligible in all classes, have Rank One forms filled out online, as well as a completed physical form turned into Ms. Wander in...
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Take a look back at all things LPS in this month's issue of the LPS ReView. You will find news stories, district events, personality profiles, sports, editorials and much more! OCTOBER ISSUE
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#LawtonPS Family: There have been several changes made to the 2018-2019 bus schedule. Please check the document to see if changes have been made to the bus numbers or bus stops. Thank you.Bus Routes
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LPS Parents & Guardians: The online payment option is now open and ready for use. Please visit the Parent Portal site (https://campus.lawtonps.org/campus/portal/lawton.jsp) to check your balance and add money to your child's account.
***PLEASE NOTE: It is currently only available through the desktop website and not through the use of the Parent Portal App. We will...
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JOM Eligibility Requirements:To be eligible for JOM services, a student must be an ENROLLED member of a Federally Recognized Indian Tribe or at least 1/4 or more degree of Indian blood. Proof of student’s tribal enrollment must be provided.For more information contact:Pam Fodder, Lawton Public School Indian Education Coordinator580-215-0255, ext. 2310 or...
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Please join us for Tomlinson Middle School's Open House & Title I Annual Meeting on August 21, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. We will meet in the TMS Commons Area for a brief presentation and then dismiss to classrooms for Open House.
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#LawtonPS Parents:
Free and Reduced Lunch Applications are currently not available due to the transition of software taking place this summer. As soon as they are finalized, a link and information will be pushed out to households. Thank you.
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8th Grade Formal Dress Code
Gentlemen:
No jeans!You do NOT need to rent a tuxedo. Khakis/dress pants are fine.Wear collared shirtsTies/bow ties are fine, but not necessary
Ladies:
No jeans!You do NOT need to buy a prom dress. Nice church dresses are fine.Keep it classy (No cleavage)The following dress styles are NOT allowed:StraplessSpaghetti...
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Oklahoma’s Promise Enrollment Campaign at TMS is March 26 - April 27th, 2018.
WHAT IS OKLAHOMA'S PROMISE?
Oklahoma's Promise offers qualified Oklahoma students an opportunity to earn a scholarship for college tuition.
REQUIREMENTS
Must be an Oklahoma resident.Must be enrolled in the 8th, 9th or 10th grade.The parents' federal adjusted gross income must not...
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Oklahoma’s Promise Enrollment Campaign at TMS will be March 26 - April 27th, 2018.
WHAT IS OKLAHOMA'S PROMISE?
Oklahoma's Promise offers qualified Oklahoma students an opportunity to earn a scholarship for college tuition.
REQUIREMENTS
Must be an Oklahoma resident.Must be enrolled in the 8th, 9th or 10th grade.The parents' federal adjusted gross income must...
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The Cameron Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is pleased to announce a FREE event for your family at the Cameron University Rec Center on April 14, 2018 from 11a.m. to 3p.m. We will be doing an Exceptional Photoshoot for children with any type of disability.Please click on the link below for more information and to register your child. http://5il.co/31gu
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The Lawton PTA Council is looking for volunteers to serve on the board for next year.
Click the link below for more information and the forms to complete. Return the forms by email to LawtonOKPTA@gmail.com or PTA mailbox at the Douglas Center by April 6th.
http://5il.co/316x
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Academic Awards Program
Thursday, March 8 at 6 PM
TMS Commons Area
In conjunction with the Tomlinson Art Show!
*** The invitation letter was mailed last week to the parents or guardians of students receiving an academic bar or letter. ***
Criteria for Academic Awards are:
Academic letters are awarded for academic performance, and subsequent winners...
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The next Military Parent & Student Luncheon will be Tuesday, March 6, 2018. Parents and Guardians are invited to come and have lunch with their student during their lunch period. They may bring a lunch or purchase a school lunch. The price for an adult lunch is $3.25. Tomlinson Middle School
Military Parents/ Guardians!
You are cordially invited to come and...
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8th Grade Formal Dress Code
Gentlemen:
No jeans! You do NOT need to rent a tuxedo. Khakis/dress pants are fine. Wear collared shirtsTies/bow ties are fine, but not necessary
Ladies:
No jeans!You do NOT need to buy a prom dress. Nice church dresses are fine.Keep it classy (No cleavage)The following dress styles are NOT allowed:StraplessSpaghetti...
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Shoe Donation Drive to support TMS. Collect donations of shoes and other unwanted items and drop them off in the blue bins located at the school to raise funds for Tomlinson Middle School. Donations will be collected from January 10th-May 16th, 2018. Goodwill will give TMS 10 cents per pound for all usable donated items. Examples of items: Clothing, shoes,...
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Valentine's Day Candy Grams will be sold during lunch from February 1-9. The cost will be $1.00 and includes a card and a blow pop. The candy grams will be delivered by Cupid on February 14th.
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Donate online hereLawton Polar Plunge Feb. 10, 2018Registration 10amPlunge 11amLawton Country Club
What is a Plunge?A Polar Plunge is a fundraising challenge made to an individual or group challenging them to dive into a cold body of water in order to raise money for Special Olympics. Each participant collects pledges from family, friends and businesses in the...
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We want your stories and photos!
The National Museum of the United States Army needs your help to create “Growing Up Army”- a special place in the museum that will recognize and honor Army families through personal stories, photos, video, and an interactive game.
Visit thenmusa.org/growing-up-army.php before
December 31, 2017 to share your “Growing...
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The Red River Chevy Dealer Association is recognizing the importance of teachers.Teachers, students, and parents are encouraged to go online to nominate their choice for Outstanding Teacher.Nomination formhttps://redriverchevyteacherap...
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6-8 Boys Basketball will start October 9 from 3:30-5:30 in the big gym.
7-8 Girls Basketball will start October 10 from 3:30-5:30 in the small gym.
6th Grade Basketball will Start October 10 from 5:30-7 in the big gym.
All athletes must have a physical and all forms completed on Rank One Sports website before the student will be eligible to practice. ...
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Calling all WOLVES!
Do you own a smartphone?
Help raise funds for TMS in a snap!
It’s fun, fast, and super easy! Shoparoo is a free iPhone and android app that turns pictures of your shopping receipts into donations to the school or charity of your choice. Just take a moment to snap a quick picture of your receipt and voila you are done. You’ve made an...
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3:00-7:00 PM- Stop by and shop the BOOK FAIR in the library. 5:00- 7:00 PM- Visit the Title I Booth in the Library to receive Free Books and learn how to stay connected with your child's school. 5:30 PM- NJHS Induction Ceremony in the commons area. 5:45 PM- (SIP) Student Investment Program (LPS Bond) Parent information meeting in the commons area. Please join...
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The student council helps share students’ ideas, interests, and concerns with teachers and school principals. They often also help raise funds for school-wide activities, including social events, community projects, helping people in need and school reform. Many members learn skills that were an extension of their formal education.
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This fall, head on out to the Wild West Book Fair – Saddle Up and Read! Round up your families to make their way to the reading frontier, where readers are wanted and adventure awaits in books galore from Scholastic and other popular publishers! You can also join us for Parent Night October 3rd from 3:00-7:00 PM.
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FCA is back! The annual SEE YOU AT THE POLE will be Wednesday, September 27th at 8:00 AM at the flag pole on the North side of the bldg. Tommy Loving, from the 514 Movement, will be performing and speaking. We hope to see everyone there!
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Individual school pictures and group sports photos will be taken on Sept 19th. Preorder your student’s sports photos before picture day and get a free low resolution digital image! https://order.lifetouchsports.com/index.cfm?event=OrderHome&contractID=96102&utm_source=email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=%20Sports_PrePDSchool_Host21
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Welcome, Welcome, Welcome to LPS!Welcome to our new Lawton Public Schools website!We are excited to roll out more than two dozen webpages reflecting each district location, all of which have been designed and formatted by LPS educators and technicians in collaboration with Apptegy school communication services this year.This new and user-friendly site will provide...
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Lawton Public Schools works to efficiently streamline the enrollment process for students each year. Please read more about our process below. All students that did not attend (or complete) Lawton Public Schools during last school year will need to visit the Enrollment Center to complete the enrollment process before checking in at their school.Students who...
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Lawton Public Schools offers a comprehensive system of “Child Find.” “Child Find” is a requirement of both Federal and State law. It mandates that each school district will locate, identify and evaluate, at no cost to the family, all students, ages 3-21, who are suspected of having a disability. Parent/Guardian can make referral by calling Special Services at...
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